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Cheongnyangsan Provincial Park (청량산도립공원)

Cheongnyangsan Provincial Park (청량산도립공원)

8.3 Km    11209     2022-07-26

39, Gwangseok-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-679-6651

Cheongnyangsan Mountain, with an altitude of 870 meters, is hidden away from civilization. Attractions in the mountain are 12 peaks including Geumtapbong Peak, eight caves, Gwangchangpokpo Falls, and Cheongnyangsa Temple, built by Buddhist monk Wonhyo during King Munmu’s third year of reign during the Silla Period (57 BC - AD 935).

Behind the Cheongnyangsan Provincial Park’s entrance boulder is a monument with a poem inscribed on it by the famous scholar Toegye Yi Hwang of the Joseon period called Cheongnyangsanga. Aside from Toegye Yi Hwang, Wonhyo and Uisang, caligraphy master Gimsaeng, scholar Choi Chi-won, and many others came to this mountain to cultivate their arts. Their presence still lingers in legends, being retold to this day.

Bonghwa Cheongnyangsa Temple (청량사(봉화))

Bonghwa Cheongnyangsa Temple (청량사(봉화))

9.7 Km    15675     2022-12-27

199-152, Cheongnyangsan-gil, Bonghwa-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-672-1446

Located in Cheongnyangsan Mountain Provincial Park, Cheongnyangsa Temple was built by the great monk Wonhyo in 663, the 3rd year of King Munmu of the Silla Kingdom. According to the principles of feng shui, the area is an ideal place for a temple – with the 12 mountain peaks surrounding the temple like the petals of a lotus flower.

The temple is home to two precious historical remains; one is the board of Yuribojeon that King Gongmin of Goryeo wrote upon and the other is Jibul. Yuribojeon is the building where Yaksa-yorae-bul (the Medicine Buddha Statute) is housed and Jibul is a Buddha statute made of paper that was painted with gold.

At the back of the temple is Bosalbong Peak looking out towards Cheongnyangsan Mountain. A 30-minute walk along the hiking trail will lead the hikers to Eungjinjeon, a hermitage with a beautiful view where the great monk Wonhyo once stayed. Behind Eungjinjeon stands Geumtapbong Peak and the sheer cliffs below. The peak was named Geumtapbong (meaning ‘golden pagoda’ in Korean) since it looks like a nine-story pagoda with pine trees growing around the base. In the autumn, the beautiful red, gold and orange hues of the maple trees are a true sight to behold.

Andong School of Korean Etiquette (안동예절학교)

10.0 Km    13391     2023-04-07

1333-5, Toegye-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-841-0511

Andong School of Korean Etiquette, which is located in Andong, is a mecca of Korea's Confucian customs and provides an opportunity to experience traditional Korean etiquette.

In addition to Korean traditional etiquette, Andong School of Korean Etiquette also teaches tea etiquette and traditional Korean music using instruments such as janggu and gayageum. Students can also experience the joy of learning how to play folk games such as yunnori and kite-flying. The school offers a wide variety of hands-on programs related to Korea's traditions and customs such as mask dance, paper craft, cooking, wedding, and eco-rafting on Nakdonggang River.

There are other popular tourist attractions nearby such as Dosanseowon Confucian Academy, Forest Science Museum and Yi Yuk-sa Literary Hall.

Waryong Gisa Sikdang(와룡기사식당)

Waryong Gisa Sikdang(와룡기사식당)

11.9 Km    45     2020-11-26

8 Taerigeumsan-ro Andong-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-854-8980

It is a Korean restaurant with 20 years’ tradition. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is braised chicken.

Hakgasan Chamma Sikdang(학가산참마식당)

Hakgasan Chamma Sikdang(학가산참마식당)

14.0 Km    98     2021-04-09

677, Bukpyeong-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-868-7456

It is a good house with delicious dishes including fresh yams, where side dishes are cooked every morning. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is bulgogi.

Dongak Golgeumjae Garden (동악골금재가든)

Dongak Golgeumjae Garden (동악골금재가든)

15.4 Km    49     2021-03-23

166, Dongakgol-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-855-9380

It is a famous restaurant for maeuntang (fish stew), which produces tastes by boiling it in a stone pot. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is spicy catfish stew.

Nakgangmulgil Park (낙강물길공원)

Nakgangmulgil Park (낙강물길공원)

16.7 Km    0     2024-05-30

423 Sanga-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-6800

Nakgangmulgil Park, called the Giverny of Korea, is a small waterside park located near Andong Dam. The park is the perfect setting for a relaxing moment, with benches placed under trees and beside walkways throughout the park. The natural environment creates plenty of photo spots. Visitors looking for a longer walk in nature can follow the riverside deck to Wolryeong Park.

Andongho Lake (안동호)

Andongho Lake (안동호)

17.0 Km    18661     2021-01-29

Hoban-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-856-3013

Known as a popular fishing spot and recreation site, Andongho Lake is an man-made lake created by obstructing the upper stream of the Nakdonggang River as part of the government’s Four Major Rivers Restoration Project. Andong Dam is the second largest dam in Korea, following Soyanggang Dam. The x_height of the dam is 83 meters and the length is 612 meters.

The landscape surrounding Andongho Lake is nothing short of magnificent. There is a dock for boats on the lake, which is also popular as a fishing destination. Bass caught here are especially strong and tasty. An international bass fishing tournament is held here every year. There are also tourist attractions nearby such as the Dosanseowon Confucian Academy and Andong Hahoe Village.

Andong Dam (안동댐)

Andong Dam (안동댐)

17.3 Km    40093     2021-07-21

31, Hoban-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-850-4267

Andong Dam is a multipurpose dam on the Nakdonggang River. The dam was constructed to prevent flood damage to the downstream region and to procure water for agricultural, industrial, and residential purposes. Construction of the dam completed in 1976 with a length of 612 meters. x_height of 83 meters and holds 1.2 billion tons of water. Andongho Lake formed by the dam is a popular fishing location.

Ongcheon 21segi Jjinppang (옹천21세기찐빵)

Ongcheon 21segi Jjinppang (옹천21세기찐빵)

17.6 Km    51     2021-03-24

959-7, Gyeongbuk-daero, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-859-7058

This is a place where you can enjoy unique steamed bread at an affordable price. This restaurant's signature menu is steamed bun with red bean filling. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.